2006 Audi TT vs. 2006 BMW X3
To start off, both 2006 Audi TT and 2006 BMW X3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3. 2006 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2006 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 2006 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
